Quick, what car beat the Corvette to the punch as America’s first modern sports car and at the same time brought down 30 miles to the gallon? Okay, so the picture above gives it away: the 1949-52 Crosley Hot Shot/Super Sports. Too many people overlook the tiny Crosley sports car because of its size or because of its 26.5hp four-cylinder engine, but those in the know can attest to their zippiness and their excellent handling. And, besides, they’re as fun as they are cheeky, the whole reason Heather’s got me on the lookout for one. This driveReport of a 1952 Super Sports comes from SIA #7.

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Boy, is this ironic! I spent most of the day yesterday recommissioning my ’50 Hotshot after three years of slumber. When I finally got it on the road, I remembered wht a blast it is to drive, especially with no doors. The ’48 Crosley convertible gets the treatment today.